Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Nationality
Projects
Honors & Awards
Certification
Publications
Technical (IT) Skills
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Hi, I’m

Shouq ALQahtani

Computer Engineer And Researcher
Doha

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
23
Certificates
3
Languages

Work History

BeIN Media Group

Information Security Analyst - Projects & Planning
08.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
  • Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Educated and trained users on information security policies and procedures.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.

North Oil Company

Logistics Methods Intern
05.2022 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Managed and maintained Kabal tool, a logistics software system, effectively coordinating its implementation and ensuring seamless integration with existing logistics operations.
  • Conducted thorough data analysis to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and recommended and implemented innovative solutions.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of functional technology and leveraged information to drive innovation.
  • Led project and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.

QNB

Telecom Engineer
01.2022 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Designed, installed and maintained organization's telephony network.
  • Updated software and firmware with latest patches.
  • Researched and recommended network and data communications hardware and software.
  • Performed telecommunication and networking business evaluations.
  • Monitored and maintained IP phones.
  • Identified poor quality lines and underutilized circuits.
  • Installed, maintained and supported voice/data applications.
  • Maintained appropriate environmental conditions in telephone equipment rooms.
  • Maintained documentation for telecommunication systems.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Ensured healthy operation of servers, workstations and network components and conducted periodic backup, antivirus update and operating system patching.

Qatar University

Peer Tutor
01.2018 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Spearheaded group tutoring sessions to help students struggling in similar areas.
  • Led groups of up to 7 fellow students through specific course topics
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material
  • Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
  • Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.

CSE Social Gathering

Voluntary Worker
01.2019 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Organized and managed events and projects as part of community support services.
  • Assisted with event coordination and on-site support
  • Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events for programs and services

Cyber Week

Voluntary Worker
01.2019 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Discovered opportunities to gain deeper insight into creating efficient and streamlined processes

Education

Hamad Bin Khalifa University Doha, Qatar

Master of Science from Sustainable Energy
04.2001

University Overview

  • Pursuing an advanced degree in Sustainable Energy, combining technical knowledge and practical skills to address global energy challenges and promote sustainable solutions.
  • Gaining expertise in local traditional insulation and innovative insulation materials including mycelium-based thermal insulation to reduce domestic cooling footprint.
  • Exploring innovative strategies to reduce carbon emissions, enhance energy conservation, and develop sustainable innovative insulation material.
  • Acquiring a comprehensive understanding of the policy, economic, and environmental aspects of sustainable energy, with a particular emphasis on creating efficient and resilient logistics frameworks.
  • Engaging in interdisciplinary coursework that integrates engineering, environmental science, economics, and policy analysis to foster a holistic approach to sustainable energy management.
  • Leveraging data analytics, modeling, and simulation techniques to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of sustainable energy solutions.
  • Cultivating strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills to drive meaningful change and contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

Qatar University Doha, Qatar

Bachelor of Science from Computer Engineering
04.2001

University Overview

  • Acquired comprehensive knowledge in computer hardware and software systems, including design, development, and implementation.
  • Developed strong programming skills in languages such as C++, Java, and Python.
  • Studied advanced topics such as computer architecture, microprocessors, embedded systems, and digital signal processing.
  • Completed capstone project on developing an autonomous indoor mapping drone.
  • Gained practical experience through laboratory work, internships, and collaborative projects, enhancing problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Skills

Progress evaluation

Nationality

Nationality
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Daughter of a Qatari mother
  • Born in Qatar

Projects

Projects
  • Cloud Access Security Broker
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance
  • beIN Global Talent Programme
  • Mycelium-based Thermal Insulation for Domestic Cooling Footprint Reduction
  • DroMap: The Indoor Mapping Drone
  • Development of the air-stable perovskite solar cells in inverted design
  • Optimization of the perovskite infiltration techniques to fabricate the high yield HTM free monolithic perovskite solar cells
  • Flexible silicon/PEDOT:PSS solar cell & triboelectric generator hybrid device for harvesting the renewable energy

Honors & Awards

Honors & Awards
  • beTOGETHER: beIN Global Talent Programme 2024
  • be STAR: beIN Employee of the 2nd Quarter 2024
  • Honors List: Qatar University during 2018 - 2019
  • DroMap: Received the Qatar Student-Initiated Undergraduate Research Program grant from Qatar University
  • 4th Place, Capture The Flag 2019
  • 5th place (Out of 53), Copter Hack 2021 competition

Certification

QNB Induction Program

Publications

Publications
  • Al-Qahtani, S., Koç, M., & Isaifan, R. J. (2023). "Mycelium-based Thermal Insulation for Domestic Cooling Footprint Reduction: A Review." Sustainability, 15(17), 13217. https://doi.org/10.3390/su151713217
  • Al-Qahtani, S., Koç, M., & Isaifan, R. J. (2023). "Mycelium-Based Thermal Insulation for Domestic Cooling Footprint Reduction: A Review." In M. Maciaszczyk (Ed.), Prime Archives in Sustainability (3rd ed., no. 17). Vide Leaf. Accessed: Jan. 21, 2023. [Online]. Available: https://videleaf.com/mycelium-based-thermal-insulation-for-domestic-cooling-footprint-reduction-a-review/
  • Al-Qahtani, S., Koç, M., & Isaifan, R. J. (2023). "Assessing the Effectiveness of Mycelium-based Thermal Insulation in Reducing Domestic Cooling Footprint: A Simulation-based Study." Oral presentation at The International Conference on Advancing Sustainable Future, UAE.
  • Al-Qahtani, S., Koç, M., & Isaifan, R. J. (2024). "Assessing the Effectiveness of Mycelium-based Thermal Insulation in Reducing Domestic Cooling Footprint: A Simulation-based Study." Accepted full paper at Oman Conference for Environmental Sustainability; Decarbonization, Oman.
  • Al-Qahtani, S., Koç, M., & Isaifan, R. J. (2024). "Simulation Assessment of Domestic Cooling Footprint Reduction using Mycelium-based Thermal Insulation." Energy Nexus.

Technical (IT) Skills

Technical (IT) Skills

Tools: Microsoft 365, Microsoft projects, GRC , CASB, Kabal,  Eclipse, MS visual studio, Logisim, packet Tracer, Xcode , fritzing, Matlab, multisim, LogicAid, Virtual box, illustrator, Designbuilder, openLCA, EnergyPlus
Technologies: Java, C/C++ , Python , Matlab

Operating Systems: Linux , Mac OS , Windows

Github: https://github.com/shouqq

Timeline

Career and Personal Planning

06-2024

SANS Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics Training Course

05-2024

BeIN Global Talent Program

02-2024

Cyber Range Training Course

09-2022
Information Security Analyst - Projects & Planning
BeIN Media Group
08.2022 - Current
Logistics Methods Intern
North Oil Company
05.2022 - 07.2022

Business Essentials: Project Management

04-2022

Information Technology (IT) in Business

04-2022

Introduction to Project Management

04-2022

Strategic Leadership: THE Answer for Business Success

04-2022

Data Security

04-2022

Sanctions Awareness

03-2022

Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Awareness

03-2022

FATCA & CRS Awareness

03-2022

LIBOR Transition

03-2022

Office Safety

02-2022

Planning and Scheduling for Results

02-2022

Business Continuity Management Plan

02-2022

Compliance Induction

02-2022

Spirit of Compliance

02-2022

Operational Risk Management

02-2022
Telecom Engineer
QNB
01.2022 - 04.2022

Time Management

01-2022

Time Management Tips

01-2022

Effective Communication

01-2022

QNB Induction Program

12-2021
Voluntary Worker
CSE Social Gathering
01.2019 - 11.2019
Voluntary Worker
Cyber Week
01.2019 - 10.2019
Peer Tutor
Qatar University
01.2018 - 11.2019
Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Master of Science from Sustainable Energy
04.2001
Qatar University
Bachelor of Science from Computer Engineering
04.2001
Shouq ALQahtaniComputer Engineer And Researcher